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How the Momentum of Recent Climate Policy Is a Win For You

How the Momentum of Recent Climate Policy Is a Win For You

Want to know why the recent wave of federal and California climate legislation is so exciting – and how it can help your pocketbook? Join us to learn how these tremendous policy developments are catalyzing climate momentum like never before.

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North County Climate Steward Christina Hernandez Inspires Climate Action through Connection
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North County Climate Steward Christina Hernandez Inspires Climate Action through Connection

Recent Community Environmental Council (CEC) UC Climate Steward graduate Christina Hernandez is a lifelong resident of the small coastal city of Guadalupe in North Santa Barbara County. A social and environmental justice advocate for over 10 years, she is driven by a deep love of her community and the desire to help her fellow residents connect with nature, access critical resources and support, and participate in building a healthy and resilient region. Christina fills many key roles in her community, including as a member of the Santa Barbara County Equity Advisory and Outreach Committee, a board member at Los Amigos de Guadalupe, and the Community Outreach Coordinator at the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center.

We spoke with Christina about how CEC’s UC Climate Stewards program helped deepen her community engagement around climate change and nature conservation, and what she envisions for the future of Guadalupe. 

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Building a Community of Climate Leaders Takes on New Meaning for One Earth Day Volunteer
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Building a Community of Climate Leaders Takes on New Meaning for One Earth Day Volunteer

On April 23rd, Community Environmental Council’s (CEC) Santa Barbara Earth Day event brought our community together in celebration of local efforts to protect the environment, and to inspire further action. After two years of no public in-person events, it also provided a great opportunity to connect with eco-minded individuals, organizations, and businesses—and in at least one case, receive a job offer out of it!

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